2019 Winner: HAVC 100A Research Paper: Refining Tastes

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HAVC 100A Research Paper: Refining Tastes
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HAVC 100A
The question of visualizing narratives of slavery has been contested, with many believing addressing these narratives through stereotypes perpetuates racism. However, these critiques eliminate space for humanizing the lived experiences of enslaved people. In this paper, I address how Walker’s A Subtlety uncovers the historical roots of many pervasive stereotypes that continue to affect African Americans in the present. Specifically, I acknowledge how economic motivations for slavery bolster and maintain racist notions. In Conclusion, Walker’s A Subtlety works against historical erasure that prioritizes narratives of progress in place of acknowledging ongoing racial discrimination in the United States.
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  • Ava Lizette Kristy (Cowell)
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